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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1951
Page
1
Korea battle rages as Russia proposes 38th Parallel withdrawal and armistice talks. Gen Van Fleet dismisses the plan as “business as usual” and refuses comment on the 38th Parallel. Malik in New York urges allied withdrawal and talks, amid mixed reactions from UN and Allied representatives.
EVANSTON Ill June 23 UF were president of the national declared today that frae gallons of vodka have is not produced in this country the last 20 months and she wonders why vodka has never been popular and what is being done with such a quantity of the liquor.
In a nationwide broadcast Russia's Jacob Malik urged both sides in Korea to confere on a cease fire, armistice and withdrawal of troops from the 38th Parallel as a first step to peace. The U S State Department said Washington is ready to participate if Malik's statement is more than propaganda.
The Hawaii-bound Matson liner Lurline, held up over six days by two labor disputes, finally sailed for Hawaii. The American Radio Association strike delayed Hiner, then pickets with anti- Communist signs appeared, tied to CIO National Maritime Union. Hiring hall deadlock prolongs Atlantic and gulf coast shipping talks.
The State Department signaled skepticism toward Soviet UN envoy Malik s cease fire proposal for Korea while offering cautious readiness to discuss meaningful peace talks if Malik shows sincerity. Congress debates the move as U S officials call for concrete ideas and U N involvement to end hostilities.
New York June 23 Striking United Air Lines pilots maintained picket lines at LaGuardia Field despite President Truman urging a return to work. The pilots remained on call so United could resume flights if ordered by their union. The AFL Air Line Pilots Association in New York said no word had come from Chicago headquarters on the president’s appeal.
Allied forces report continued hard fighting across central and western Korea on the last day of a year of war. North of Seoul, 2000 Chinese troops allegedly withdrew after an Eighth Army strike near Korangpo. In the Pyongyang axis area, hills changed hands multiple times as UN infantry pressed to prevent a second Chinese push. East and northeast of Yanggu, red attacks continued with Allied counterattacks restoring some ground. Air combat over Manchurian front involved 20 US F-86 Sabres against 12-13 MiG-25s, with several losses and damages on both sides.
Local page summary notes a ground breaking set for Tuesday to begin temporary structures for State College. Other items include murder defense strategy reveal, harbor kennel club dog show, and assorted page references across sections A and B with various features and notices.
Indiana Republicans hosted a 100-a-plate freedom dinner in Indianapolis where U S Senator Robert A Taft accused the administration of a complete lack of planning in foreign and domestic policy He criticized the European army project saying allies must contribute and questioned the Korea crisis and Indochina policy He asserted Truman began the Korean War and warned against appeasement praises for Chiang Kai shek to raid in South China and criticized the MacArthur hearings findings
Representatives from 18 American oil firms will meet in Washington to discuss shifting world oil traffic routes to offset a potential daily loss of 760000 barrels of oil from Iran. The group plans to work with government officials and seek DOJ clearance to avoid antitrust issues.
Los Angeles June 23 state that Federal Conciliator Oliver Goodwin said negotiators from Union and Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co. may stay in talks all weekend to avert a strike and push toward a settlement before Monday.
Liberian natives locate charred wreckage and 31 passengers with 9 crew aboard the Pan American Constellation Great Republic near Laneghle mountain 50 miles northeast of Monrovia. Only 18 Americans aboard. searchers describe long, arduous hunt with air and naval units.
The California Legislature approved a 13.475 million dollar increase in state aid to public schools as it adjourned its 1951 session. The measure falls short of the Assembly’s 48.08 million and modestly above the Senate’s vote. The extra funds target fast growing and poorer districts. The session lasted 18 weeks with a record number of bills acted, though major measures often failed. Legislative actions included monorail bills for Los Angeles County and a Feather River project approval sent to the governor, plus raises for credentialed teachers and proscriptions against race or creed based apprentice discrimination on public works. The Assembly balked on rural electrical co-operatives removal and no new taxes were enacted.
Abadan Iran June 23 AP British workers prepare for full scale evacuation from the Anglo Iranian Oil Co complex as wives and children depart. About 3000 Britons are gathered in Abadan with flights planned and heavy supplies to follow by ship. British troops could intervene if disorder erupts while Iran’s nationalization dispute heads to the World Court.
An American girl working for the U S consulate in Hamburg was reported lost tonight in the Soviet zone of Germany. Officials said Miss Ariean Raf drove a German licensed car through a border crossing from Hamburg to Berlin Friday night and has not been heard from since.
Charlotte, June 23. A 19 year old girl, Carolyn Bingham, who briefly regressed to infancy due to a meningitis related illness, is recovering with private tutoring. Since Feb 4 she has progressed through elementary work at over a grade a month and is expected to return to the high school level, aiming to graduate in 1950. Her mother recalls her awakening from a two week coma last year and initial challenges in recognizing light, words, and her parents.
TULLAHOMA TEM June 23 A major Truman pronouncement expected Monday as he dedicates a giant Air Force sponsored laboratory developing future super warplanes. The event marks Korea War anniversary with a 25 minute noon speech broadcast nationally. The Arnold Engineering Development Center is a $157.5 million project named for the late Gen Henry H Arnold. festivities include a jet salute.
Goshen, June 23. Walter A. Gus, a Baltimore coachman who once drove General Grant, died today in the county home. He was reported to be well over 100 years old.
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